In some regions of the corona, the magnetic field does not loop back to the sun, and the gas escapes unimpeded. These regions are called ____ and are believed to be the source of the solar wind.
A) prominences
B) flares
C) granules
D) auroras
E) coronal holes

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The statement describes the concept of coronal holes, which are regions with weaker magnetic fields that allow for the escape of charged particles and are the primary source of the solar wind.

In Some Regions of the Corona, the Magnetic Field Does